Marietta becomes first Georgia city to win national Digital City Award for innovative technology

The Marietta City Council meeting on December 11, 2024, celebrated significant achievements by the city's Human Resources and Information Technology departments. Mayor Bill Dunaway opened the session by introducing Keisha Register, the HR director, who accepted the Agency Award of Excellence from the Georgia Local Government Personnel Association. This prestigious award recognizes the HR department's outstanding contributions and innovative practices in managing human resources for large cities in Georgia.

Register expressed gratitude for the recognition, highlighting the dedication of her team to support city employees and retirees. She emphasized their commitment to creating a positive work environment through innovative initiatives.

The meeting also featured a major announcement regarding Marietta's IT department, which was awarded the Digital City Award by the Center for Digital Government. This national honor marks Marietta as the first city or county in Georgia to receive this accolade, recognizing its innovative use of technology in local government operations. Mayor Dunaway praised the IT department for its role in enhancing city services and improving efficiency through creative technological solutions.

Director Ronnie Barrett and his team were acknowledged for their hard work and collaboration with other city departments, which has led to significant advancements in digital services. The mayor noted that this recognition reflects the city leadership's commitment to leveraging technology to better serve the community.

As the meeting concluded, Mayor Dunaway extended holiday wishes to all attendees, encouraging a spirit of celebration as the year comes to a close. The council's recognition of these departments underscores Marietta's commitment to excellence in public service and innovation.